Do you thrive in a collaborative, strategic environment where your work contributes to global education? The University of Surrey is seeking a Faculty Partnership Co-ordinator to support the growing portfolio of transnational education (TNE) activities across the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences (FHMS).
About the Role
Reporting into the Faculty's Associate Director (Business Operations) and working closely with the Associate Dean (International), this pivotal role will provide operational support for the successful delivery of our collaborative international partnerships. You will be responsible for coordinating a portfolio of activities across international regions. In this outward-facing role, acting as a primary liaison between the Faculty and the partners you will work with academics and professional service colleagues to ensure alignment between strategic objectives, operational delivery, and relationship management. The role is based at our Guildford campus but may include some international travel to meet the business need. We value the benefits of flexible working and offer hybrid arrangements, with the expectation that you will be on site a minimum of 3 days per week.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide operational support for the development and delivery of transnational educational partnerships, and the associated deliverables
* Manage and support relationships with international partners to ensure effective collaboration and successful delivery of joint initiatives.
* Coordinate cross-functional activity with internal stakeholders to support transnational business development, contractual delivery, and academic engagement.
* Act as a key point of contact for partners, representing the Faculty in external communications and negotiations.
About You
We are looking for a confident and collaborative professional who brings:
* Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and build productive relationships.
* A proactive, problem-solving mindset and the ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
About the Faculty
The Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences is a thriving and ambitious part of the University of Surrey. Home to five academic schools - Biosciences, Health Sciences, Medicine, Psychology, and Veterinary Medicine - we are committed to interdisciplinary research and teaching under our "One Health, One Medicine" ethos. In 2024, we welcomed our first cohort to the new School of Medicine, marking an exciting chapter in our growth.
With over 500 academic staff and more than 6,000 students, the Faculty is a dynamic environment that champions innovation, academic excellence, and global impact. We are ranked 6th in the UK for research power in our REF2021 UoA3 submission, and continue to expand our international reach through research, education, and strategic partnerships.
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How to apply
Please apply on the University website with your CV and cover letter also answering the criteria questions. Applications without a CV will not be considered.
Interview Date: Thursday 9th October
Further details
For more information and to apply online, please download the further details and click on the 'apply online' button.
In return we offer a generous pension, relocation assistance where appropriate, flexible working options including job and blended home/campus working locations (dependent on work duties), access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.
The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community. Therefore we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.
Job Details
Department
FHMS Faculty Admin
Location
Guildford
Salary
£37,694 to £46,049 per annum
Post Type
Full Time
Closing Date
23.59 hours BST on Monday 22 September 2025
Interview Date
Thursday 09 October 2025
Reference
042225